About rheumatology in general
Rheumatology is a conservative (non-operative) field dealing with inflammatory and abrasive diseases of the muscles, joints and spine, and the treatment of osteoporosis.
In the case of long-standing, recurring or immediate pain, which can occur specifically in the back, waist, hips, wrists, shoulders, ankles, neck, the rheumatology examination can provide a solution.
Our specialists also have extensive experience in the treatment of pain resulting from disc lesions, degenerative lesions, and certain types of neuritis.
Treatment of disc diseases
When should you choose a rheumatology examination?
Who is affected by rheumatological diseases?
It is a mistake to think that only the elderly are affected. Pain and inflammation can complicate the daily lives of people of all ages and can prevent them from working or engaging in active leisure activities. Sprains and strains can happen to anyone, regardless of age or gender. The risk of osteoporosis increases in women over 40 or after menopause, and it is worth screening for osteoporosis.
When should you see a rheumatologist?
- you have joint and muscle pains that disturb your everyday life
- you suffer from tendonitis
- muscle stiffness makes it difficult for you to move
- you have any type of spine or lower back pain
- you had a sport injury
- you have small joint pain
- you have pain radiating from the spine and joints of unknown origin
What problems or complaints can you contact Koroknai Medical with?
You will be examined and treated in our private rheumatology clinic with the following symptoms:
- Inflammatory joint and muscle pain
- Bruises, contusions, sprains (non-surgical sports injuries)
- Regional diseases of neck, back, shoulder (inflammation, wear and tear)
- Regional diseases of the back, hips (inflammation, wear and tear)
- Regional diseases of the hand, elbow, wrist (inflammation, wear and tear)
- Foot, knee, ankle regional diseases (inflammation, wear and tear)
- Localised diseases of the soft tissues (soft tissue rheumatism)
- Osteoporosis
- Sport injury
Treatment of musculoskeletal pain
Tests, treatments
- Musculoskeletal examination (physical)
- Immediate therapy: anti-inflammation, analgesia (medication) (injection)
- In acute cases, immediate infusion treatment
- Special injection treatments (joint filling)
- Arranging additional tests in our partner institutions (X-ray, MRI, CT)
Therapy
- Physical therapy
- Spine therapy
- Dorn-Breuss spinal therapy
- McKenzie method
- Schroth method
- Physiotherapy (electrotherapy, ultrasound therapy, laser therapy)
- Sport rehabilitation
- Therapeutic massage
- Shockwave therapy
Why choose us?
- Short waiting list (you can get an appointment within 72 hours), in two cities in the country (Budapest - Dunaújváros)
- Diagnosis and complex therapy in one place (our therapies take place under the supervision of a specialist)
- Extensive experience in muscle diseases
- In acute cases we use immediate symptomatic therapy
- Compilation of a treatment and therapy plan appropriate for pain
- Quick recovery, quick return to work, shortened sick leave period
- High quality treatment of painful and chronic inflammation
The examination
After a review of the medical history, a physical examination is performed, which includes an assessment of the musculoskeletal and joint system, and examination of the limb range of motion. In the case of a specific complaint, if the available data are sufficient, a diagnosis is made and therapy is recommended.
In case of acute pain, immediate injection or infusion treatment is used. If necessary, we can also help you organise further examinations at our partner institutions (X-ray, MRI, CT scan, joint ultrasound).
Our therapy department was put together based on practical experience, our physiotherapist assistants and physiotherapists are specialized in different types of therapy, so everyone receives care according to their pain and complaints. We believe in complex therapies. In the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis, we represent the harmonic principle, and we adjust and maintain drug therapy accordingly. With continuous control, we strive to use the most necessary amount of medicine.
I need an MRI, CT scan, X-ray, lab test, what should I do?
If you need a further diagnostic examination to identify your musculoskeletal problem, we can arrange this at our partner institutions within 48 hours for a fee.
What should you bring with you to your rheumatology appointment?
- social security card (TAJ)
- residence card
- health insurance card, if you have one
Also, if available:
- lab results (CRP, sedimentation, WEST, rheumatoid factor)
- X-ray results
- MRI results
- CT results
- previous final report, possibly outpatient sheet
The rheumatology specialist examination includes:
- taking anamnesis, consultation
- overview of medical history
- evaluation of previous findings
- physical examination
- injection, if necessary
- infusion treatment, if necessary
- Kinesio-Tape application, if necessary
- prescriptions
- drawing up a treatment plan (therapy)
Rheumatological examination
What does a rheumatologist test?
Rheumatology is the non-surgical (conservative) treatment of musculoskeletal disorders and painful diseases. Diseases can be inflammatory or degenerative, affecting the joints, spine, soft tissue, cartilage and bone.
Test methods
- after consultation, assessment of the musculoskeletal system
- assessment of muscle tone, reflexes
- a proposal to carry out further tests (X-rays, blood tests)
- immediate injection treatment in acute cases
Who are the people concerned?
It is a mistake to think that only the elderly are affected, as chronic pain can make life difficult for people of all ages and can prevent them from working or engaging in active leisure activities.
However, it is important to note that the medical examination is only carried out for patients over the age of 18.
When should you see a doctor?
- you have joint or muscle pains that disturb your every day life
- you are plagued by persistent tendonitis
- you have muscle stiffness and it is difficult for you to move
- you have any type of spine or lower back pain
- you had sport injury
- you have recurrent pain in the small joints
- you have radiating pain of unknown origin
Evaluation of diagnostic imaging results
We evaluate and explain the results of the MRI, CT and X-ray examinations, and set up the necessary further steps, which are justified by the examination results.
Our physicians who carry out the tests
Dr. András Koroknai
Rheumatologist, sports physician, lifestyle physician
Dr. Katalin Horváth
Rheumatologist, rehabilitation specialist
Dr. Tamás Gáti PhD
Rheumatology specialist
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